1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Alpine | GMC |
Model | V6 | Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |