1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 10 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dardo | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
