1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1983 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Coupe | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |