1984 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Fiesta | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2673 mm |
