1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 450 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | V6 | Microbus |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |