1989 Dodge Shadow 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 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 88 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.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Dodge | Dacia |
Model | Shadow | Duster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |