1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault R5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault R5 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | V6 | R5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
