1989 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
