1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
