1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Dardo | Legend |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 |