1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (182 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 2000 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |
