1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (171 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
