1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 1987 Porsche 924 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Porsche | Dacia |
Model | 924 | Duster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |