1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 is newer by 6 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Alpine | Rover |
| Model | V6 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
