1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 236 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, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GTV6 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
