1994 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 156 kg more than 1994 Renault 21.
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 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | 21 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
