1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 434 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Graduate | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
