1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 650 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Graduate | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
