1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
