1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
