1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Dardo | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |