1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
