1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 375 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.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Corvette | Duster |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2673 mm |