1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 805 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | GTV | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |