1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 6 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 164 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
