1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | V6 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
