1986 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 319 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 has manual transmission. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 117 L |
