1995 Saab 900 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 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 115 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 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saab 900 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Saab | Dacia |
| Model | 900 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
