1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 1997 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 541 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpine A 610 | 1997 GMC Safari | |
Make | Alpine | GMC |
Model | A 610 | Safari |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1910 mm |