1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 208 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 1980 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2673 mm |
