1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 1998 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 960 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1998 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 1998 Toyota 4Runner
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Alfasud 4Runner
Year Released 1987 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1349 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.2 mm 103 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1700 mm