1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2005 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 20 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2005 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 90 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |
