1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo and 1998 Volvo S80 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 49 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80.
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 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 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 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Dardo | S80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |