1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 7 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1989 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | V6 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
