1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1924 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 1092 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 167 L |
