1986 Renault Alpine vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 406 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback 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, 2007 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Alpine | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Alpine | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
