1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | V6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 437 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |