1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 456 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 90 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
