1990 Renault 21 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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. 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 1990 Renault 21. 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 21 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Dacia |
| Model | 21 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2673 mm |
