1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1998 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1998 Marcos Mantara is newer by 11 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1998 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Marcos Mantara 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 | 1998 Marcos Mantara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Marcos |
Model | 164 | Mantara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |