1986 Renault Alpine vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 15 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 348 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1986 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Alpine | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Verossa |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |