1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 13 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
