1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
Model | 164 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |