2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 626 | 90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
