1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
