1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 156 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3431 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
