1984 Ferrari 208 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 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 85 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 Ferrari 208. 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 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Dacia |
| Model | 208 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1285 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 |
