1987 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 114 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 5 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | 5 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1419 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |
