2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 528 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Crosswagon | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |