1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 21 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. 2010 Land Rover LR3 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. 2010 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | SZ | LR3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |