2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 409 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.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Dacia | Lancia |
| Model | Sandero | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
