1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux 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 75 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
