1993 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. 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 Holden Commodore. 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Holden | Dacia |
| Model | Commodore | Duster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2673 mm |
