1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 164 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
