1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1987 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1987 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Tempo. 1987 Ford Tempo 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. 1987 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1987 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 164 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |