1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1994 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 195 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 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 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 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 145 | 850 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |