1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1988 Buick Estate
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 379 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1988 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. 1988 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1988 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 164 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
