1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 880 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | 75 | RX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
