1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Sandero, 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dacia |
| Model | 230 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2600 mm |
