1989 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 84 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | Accord | Duster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |