1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 5 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | V6 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
