1995 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 82 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | Accord | Duster |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |