1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 13 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Daewoo | Dacia |
| Model | Nubira | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
