1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara 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 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 145 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 90 | Solara |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |