1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 300 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.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Camaro | 90 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |