1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | GMC | Dacia |
| Model | Jimmy | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2673 mm |
