1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | SZ | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
