1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 22 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 365 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 164 | Tribute |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |