2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 91 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Dacia | Renault |
| Model | Sandero | 21 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
