1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 164 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
