1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 250 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 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Fairlane | Duster |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 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 |