1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 1987 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 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 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 90 | 6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |