1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. 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 135 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | V6 | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
