1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 67 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dardo | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
