1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2131 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 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
