1995 Acura NSX vs. 2012 Dacia Duster

To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 2012 Dacia Duster
Make Acura Dacia
Model NSX Duster
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1822 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2673 mm


 

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