1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 and 1987 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Tempo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo. 1987 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 75 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |