1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 750 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2009 Dodge Nitro 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. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Alpine | Dodge |
Model | V6 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |