2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,461 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 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Dacia | Mazda |
| Model | Logan | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1071 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 | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
