1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (124 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cutlass | 164 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
