1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 390 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Camaro | Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2673 mm |
