1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
Model | 75 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |