1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 164 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
