1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 13 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 98 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 605 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) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | V6 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |