1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | V6 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |