1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1038 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Renault Alpine | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Alpine | Traverse |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |