1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (98 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
