1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel

To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6 and 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6.

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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Alfa Romeo 164 3.0 V6 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 Turbo Diesel
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model 164 164
Year Released 1989 1989
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 192 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 22.0:1
Top Speed 230 km/hour 202 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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