1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 700 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
