1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 175 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
