2000 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Vectra | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Vectra | Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2673 mm |
