1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang 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 1986 Ford Mustang. 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Mustang | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
