1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 20 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2008 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Sprint | Escape |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 114 L |
