1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
