1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1959 AC Greyhound (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Greyhound | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | AC | Dacia |
Model | Greyhound | Duster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |