2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon weights approximately 48 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 1992 Ford Escort | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Sportwagon | Escort |
Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |