1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger

To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.

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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2010 Ford Ranger
Make Alfa Romeo Ford
Model 75 Ranger
Year Released 1987 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 110 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 322 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 5171 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3193 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.9 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 74 L


 

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