1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | V6 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
