1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 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 82 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | V6 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
