1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 164 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
