1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 240 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dacia |
| Model | Cutlass | Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2673 mm |
