1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM is newer by 11 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.
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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda SSM. (286 Nm). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda SSM.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | SSM |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |