1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1549 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprint | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
