1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 800 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, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 2010 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. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
