1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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. Both 1987 Alpine V6 and 2007 Subaru Impreza are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | V6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
