1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
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 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
