1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dacia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Duster |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2673 mm |