1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1992 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 460. 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 Alfa Romeo 155 (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
| Model | 155 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
