1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 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 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 72 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
