1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Graduate | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
