1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 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 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tatra |
| Model | 164 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
