1992 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, 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, 1988 Ford Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
