1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, both 1989 Alpine V6 and 1989 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | V6 | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |