1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpine V6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1989 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1989 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | V6 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |