1973 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. 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 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Fairlane | Duster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2673 mm |