1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. 1989 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DeVille | 164 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
