1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | 164 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
