1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 21 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (222 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | GTV6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |
