1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 724 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3280 mm |
