1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 17 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 592 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 90 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
