1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1978 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
