1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 170 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | V6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
