1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Audi | Dacia |
Model | Coupe | Duster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |