1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 90 | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |