1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Duster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Dacia |
| Model | Rasheen | Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2673 mm |
