1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Daytona | 164 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
