1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
