1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 164 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
