1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. (176 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | SZ | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |