1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
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 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 7 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dardo | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
