1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Dardo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
