1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 394 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 90 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |