1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, both 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 562 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | 145 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |