1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera 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 Scighera (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera 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 670 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Scighera | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Scighera | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
