1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 90 | 5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |