1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 10 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 164 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
