1986 Renault Alpine vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 25 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 147 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
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, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Alpine | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Alpine | Livina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
