1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 780 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
