1995 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Dacia Duster

To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 200 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.

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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Accord 2010 Dacia Duster
Make Honda Dacia
Model Accord Duster
Year Released 1995 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Top Speed 195 km/hour 171 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1822 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2673 mm


 

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