1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1987 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 361 kg more than 1998 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1987 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 145 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
