1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 15 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 171 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 164 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
