2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Duster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 261 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Corvette | Duster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 574 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2673 mm |