1978 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 168 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 1978 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Capri | Duster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2673 mm |