2007 Dacia Sandero vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2007 Dacia Sandero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 401 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2007 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2007 Dacia Sandero has manual transmission. 2007 Dacia Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Sandero | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Sandero | Today |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
