1989 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Escort | 155 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
