1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 25 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
