1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 467 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | V6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
