1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
