1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1989 Lada Samara
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada Samara 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 123 more horse power than 1989 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada Samara.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1989 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | Dardo | Samara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
