1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1742 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Spider | Escape |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
