1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo and 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 101 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
Model | Dardo | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |