1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, both 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 and 1989 Rover Range Rover were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 948 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 2000 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |
