1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus 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 | 1989 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 145 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
