1984 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Escort | 164 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
