1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 has manual transmission. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 155 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
