1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 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 23 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 188 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2000 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
