1990 Peugeot 605 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 605 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Dacia |
| Model | 605 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2673 mm |
