1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara 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 90 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lada |
| Model | 90 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
