1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1977 AMC Matador
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 781 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1977 AMC Matador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | 90 | Matador |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1861 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
