1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1981 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 164 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
