1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alpine V6 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Alpine | Hyundai |
Model | V6 | Sonata |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |