1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 202 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster, 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Corvette | Duster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |