1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1987 Alpine V6 and 1987 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 242 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 1987 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
