1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Dardo | Escort |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |