2003 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 694 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 166 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
