1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 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 15 kg more than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
