1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 19 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 46 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saturn |
Model | 164 | Vue |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |