1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 390 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | V6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |