1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 850. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 11 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 164 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
