2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. Both 2010 Volkswagen Jetta and 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jetta | 164 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
