1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 775 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda Pilot 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, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Alpine V6 2008 Honda Pilot
Make Alpine Honda
Model V6 Pilot
Year Released 1991 2008
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2710 mm