1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 326 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 164 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
