1986 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Grand Safari | GT |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |