1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Lada 117
To start off, 2002 Lada 117 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 105 more horse power than 2002 Lada 117. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Lada 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lada 117, 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 117. (133 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2002 Lada 117 | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | V6 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
