1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 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 (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 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 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
