2010 Dacia Duster vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 900 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. 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 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Duster | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Dacia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Duster | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2920 mm |
