1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
