1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 13 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 69 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. 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, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |