1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Navajo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
