1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | V6 | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |