1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2604 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 | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
