1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Alpine | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
