2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Dacia | Nissan |
Model | Logan | Cherry |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |