2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.

Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Alfa Romeo Pontiac
Model Brera Grand Safari
Year Released 2006 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2950 mm


 

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