2010 Renault Duster vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 1995 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Duster | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Duster | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2800 mm |
