1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 641 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | V6 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
