1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1991 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1991 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,492 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 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 106 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1991 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1991 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | 164 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
