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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 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 620 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 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 | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |