1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mazda | Dacia |
| Model | RX-7 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2673 mm |
