1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
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1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dacia |
Model | Consorte | Duster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2673 mm |