1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1991 Alpine V6 and 1991 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 405. (90 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Alpine V6 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 1991 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405, 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1991 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | V6 | 405 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |