1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 194 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 164 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
