1991 Audi V8 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 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 590 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, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi V8 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Audi | Dacia |
Model | V8 | Duster |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2673 mm |