1994 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 87 kg more than 1994 Opel Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Astra. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Astra | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Opel | Dacia |
Model | Astra | Duster |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1113 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |