1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 214 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.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine A 610. 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Alpine | Dacia |
| Model | A 610 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
