1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 164 | Venza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |