2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 57 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Passat | 164 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
