1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1989 Volvo 244
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 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 244. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 244 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 244 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 244 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 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 145 | 244 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
