1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 23 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2013 Audi A5 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. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alpine V6 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | V6 | A5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |