2010 Dacia Duster vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 13 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 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. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Duster | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Dacia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Duster | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
