1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | RZ | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |