1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 655 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 90 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2950 mm |
