1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 780. (200 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 780 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | SZ | 780 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
