1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 335 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine V6 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Alpine Chevrolet
Model V6 Camaro
Year Released 1990 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 320 HP
Torque 298 Nm 468 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2570 mm


 

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