1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
