1993 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Caravelle | 164 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1365 kg |
