1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa is newer by 18 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 59 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
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, 2008 Nissan Versa, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 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 | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
