2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Dacia | Suzuki |
Model | Logan | Samurai |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |