1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 460 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dacia |
| Model | Microbus | Duster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
