1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 164 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1530 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 |
