1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 155 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2120 kg |
