1994 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (494 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 155 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
