1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 2,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (130 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 90 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
