1993 Austin Montego vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1993 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Austin Montego. (162 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Austin Montego | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | Montego | Duster |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |