1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 145 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
