1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 943 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2789 mm |
