2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 148 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Blazer | 164 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
