1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 12 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, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2010 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Acura |
| Model | Dardo | RDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2649 mm |
