1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 98 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dardo | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
