1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 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 129 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 164 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
