1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alpine | Dacia |
| Model | V6 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2673 mm |
