1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 20 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 78 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 164 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alpine | Touran |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
