1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 338 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, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | V6 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
