1999 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 516 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Toyota | Dacia |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
