1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | V6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |