1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 11 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. 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, 2000 Lada Samara II, 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | V6 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
