1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Escort | Duster |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |