1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 405 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 1974 Buick Skylark 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Buick | Dacia |
Model | Skylark | Duster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2673 mm |