1982 Renault 11 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. 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 1982 Renault 11. 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 11 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | 11 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2673 mm |
