1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (95 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
