1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 390 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Naked | Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2673 mm |
