2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 19 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Prix | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
