1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1989 Buick Electra
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 135 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1989 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 164 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
