1977 Toyota Cressida vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Cressida | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Toyota | Dacia |
Model | Cressida | Duster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2673 mm |