1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri.
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, 1993 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Capri | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Mercury | Dacia |
| Model | Capri | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
