1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 258 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 75 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 411 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 59 L |