2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Dacia | Porsche |
| Model | Logan | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
