1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 695 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Astro | Duster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2673 mm |