1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 825 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 164 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
