1999 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Honda | Dacia |
Model | Civic | Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2673 mm |