1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | 164 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
