1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 9 kg more than 1989 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 164 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
