1989 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 20 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Escort | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |