1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vectra | 164 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
