1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1984 Buick Skylark
To start off, both 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 and 1984 Buick Skylark were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 112 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1984 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | GTV6 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |