1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | 626 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
