1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 294 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |