1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 15 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 2,614 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Alpine | Mazda |
Model | V6 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |