1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
