1993 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bandeirante | 164 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
