1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 344 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, 2009 Mazda 3, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
