1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Honda Accord

To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 246 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. 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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine V6 2004 Honda Accord
Make Alpine Honda
Model V6 Accord
Year Released 1990 2004
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2630 mm


 

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