1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot 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 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 164 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |