1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 28 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 425 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 90 | Eos |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
