1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3090 mm |
