2001 Volvo S80 vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo S80 | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | S80 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
