1997 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Venturi 400 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Venturi | Dacia |
Model | 400 | Duster |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |