1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 90 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
