1994 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 109 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.
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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Dacia |
| Model | Accord | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
