1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1992 Oldsmobile 88 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 155 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
