1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 535 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 GMC 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 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1995 GMC Safari | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | 164 | Safari |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |