1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 130 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1989 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | V6 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
