1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1998 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Dakota 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 69 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Because 1998 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1998 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Dardo | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
