1989 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Audi 90 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Audi | Dacia |
| Model | 90 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2673 mm |
