1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 16 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 440 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 2001 Toyota Brevis 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. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
