1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Hyundai | Dacia |
| Model | Lantra | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
