1994 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | RAV4 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2673 mm |
