1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo 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 110 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1999 Suzuki 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, 1999 Suzuki 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Dardo | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
