1986 Renault Alpine vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 37 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Renault Alpine 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 1986 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Alpine | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |