1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett 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 82 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | V6 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
