1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 94 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.

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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 2008 Honda Accord 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo 75 2008 Honda Accord
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model 75 Accord
Year Released 1987 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 3469 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 110 HP 268 HP
Torque 241 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 70 L


 

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