1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 1990 Lexus LS 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 3,968 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lexus LS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. 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, 1990 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6. 1990 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1989 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1989 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alpine | Lexus |
| Model | V6 | LS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
