1987 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 711 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Patrol | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Patrol | 164 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
