1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 795 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Spider | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
