1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 22 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 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 835 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Navajo | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3040 mm |
