1987 Holden Drover vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Drover | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Drover | 164 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |