1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1981 Buick Estate
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 515 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1981 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1981 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | 164 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
