1984 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 180 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 1984 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Commodore | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Holden | Dacia |
| Model | Commodore | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2673 mm |
