1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 11 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 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | Life |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
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 | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |