1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1812 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.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 90 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
