2008 Acura RL vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RL | Dardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
