2008 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Because 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Accord | 90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
