1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 835 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 155 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
