1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 18 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 45 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 90 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |