1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 16 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Alpine | Isuzu |
| Model | V6 | KB |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3060 mm |
