1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
