1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 304 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | V6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |