1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1138 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 90 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3569 mm |
