1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 354 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | SZ | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 180 L |
