1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
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 Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
