1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 22 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 508 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2012 Mazda CX-7 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. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Alpine | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 69 L |
