1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Audi A4
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 12 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 14 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2002 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
