1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | LeSabre | 166 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |
