1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 26 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
