1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 586 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne 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 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 145 | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2936 mm |