1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 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 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1538 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 90 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 88 L |