1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 67 L |
