1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Honda Legend. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Legend.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Legend. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Dardo | Legend |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
