1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
Because 1988 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |