1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 164 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
