1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 516 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 90 | LTD |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |