1992 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
