1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 19 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 387 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.
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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 90 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
