1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
