1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 9 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 210 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 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, 1997 Ford Contour, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5625 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
