1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
