1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 500 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 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 1986 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Avanti | Dacia |
| Model | Avanti | Duster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2673 mm |
