2011 Renault Duster vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Renault Duster | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Duster | P5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2820 mm |