1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1746 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2990 mm |
