2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1993 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1993 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Dacia | Nissan |
| Model | Logan | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
