2009 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 11 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 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2009 Acura MDX 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. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Dardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
