1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 440 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2634 mm |
