1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1212 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 75 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 98 L |
