1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 103 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.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |