1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 11 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV 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 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 90 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
