1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 3 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
