1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. Both 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 and 1982 Mitsubishi Starion are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (215 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Starion 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 | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 90 | Starion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1185 kg |
