1986 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 121 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | BX | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
