1999 Opel Frontera vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Frontera | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Opel | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Frontera | 164 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
