1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 718 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse 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 | 2008 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 145 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
