1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ford Escort, 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 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
