1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 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 2,501 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | V6 | Defender |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |