1978 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Porsche | Dacia |
| Model | 911 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
