1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 19 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 90 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
