1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 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 (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 6 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark 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 | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
