1990 Volvo 460 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 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 460. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 460 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Volvo | Dacia |
| Model | 460 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
