1985 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia 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 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Escort | Duster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |