1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, both 1986 Dodge Charger and 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Charger | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Charger | 90 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |