1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 233 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1994 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | V6 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
