The Dacia Duster 1.5 dCi [4x4] with a Lunar Venus 460/2 with an actual weight of 1155 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Dacia is in general more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Lunar with a User Payload (193 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
178
168
Mountains
Risk of snaking
186
184
Weight ratio: 71% (83% of kerbweight)
1155 kg
1620 kg
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Dacia Duster 1.5 dCi [4x4] Lunar Venus 460/2
Actual Weights
Lunar Venus 460/2: 1155 kg.
Dacia Duster 1.5 dCi [4x4]: 1620 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 71%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 178 points).
Speeds of 66 mph (107 km/h) to 73 mph (118 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 168 points).
Slightly higher revs (1800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 25.9 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 186 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 17%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (3800 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 56 mph (90 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Dacia is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 71%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 60 - 70 kg.
Towball limit is 50 kg (Check this on the type plate of your towbar!)
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 184 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
Performance is more than sufficient.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.