1950 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Buick 40 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Buick | Dacia |
Model | 40 | Duster |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1822 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2673 mm |