1984 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Crown | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Crown | GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
