1989 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1989 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota 4Runner | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 4Runner | 164 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2365 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
