1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 222 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 2000 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |