1993 Ford Aspire 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 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Ford Aspire. 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 Ford Aspire. 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aspire | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Aspire | Duster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
