1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 510 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1983 Buick Electra | |
Make | Alpine | Buick |
Model | V6 | Electra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |