1997 Ford Puma vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 101 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
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, 1997 Ford Puma (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Puma | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
