1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1987 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 115 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.
Because 1990 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 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1987 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
