1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Passat | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Passat | 90 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
