1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | V6 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
