1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1381 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Alpine V6 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | V6 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3700 mm |