1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Volvo 960 is newer by 9 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 (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 960 weights approximately 250 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.
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 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 90 | 960 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |