1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 136 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dacia |
| Model | 305 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
