2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Dacia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sandero | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
