1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Dardo | Corrado |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |