1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 164 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |