1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Blazer | 166 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
