1989 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, both 1989 Buick Skyhawk and 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skyhawk | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Skyhawk | 164 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
