1989 Honda Accord 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 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 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, 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 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | Accord | Duster |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |