1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |