1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | V6 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1794 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 | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6800 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 | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
