1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 164 | X670 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |