1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 25 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.

Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alpine V6 2012 Land Rover Freelander
Make Alpine Land Rover
Model V6 Freelander
Year Released 1987 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 2179 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 4000 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2670 mm


 

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