2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Spider | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2320 mm |