1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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 2009 Subaru Forester are equipped with a 2,457 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 255 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2009 Subaru Forester 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. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | V6 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
