1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | 140 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
