1998 Acura EL vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 121 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura EL | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Acura | Dacia |
| Model | EL | Duster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2673 mm |
