1984 Renault Siete 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 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault Siete | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | Siete | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2673 mm |
