1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3020 mm |
