1990 Renault Alpine vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Alpine | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |