1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
