1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1984 Renault 11
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 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 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 138 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 164 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
