1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,845 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 286 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1975 Ford Escort (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Escort | Duster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1845 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |
