1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Dardo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
