2002 Lada 2123 vs. 2008 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2008 Dacia Sandero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Dacia Sandero.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 2123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 2123 | 2008 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Lada | Dacia |
| Model | 2123 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
