1968 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 349 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Escort | Sandero |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |