1985 BMW 324 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 324 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
