1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | GTV6 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
