1994 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 710 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 145. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer 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 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 145 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |