1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 100 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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | V6 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
