1987 Ford Meteor 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 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Meteor. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Meteor | Duster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |