1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.

Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alpine V6 2007 Toyota Sequoia
Make Alpine Toyota
Model V6 Sequoia
Year Released 1987 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 274 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3010 mm


 

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