1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 729 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Alpine | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Alpine | Sienna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |