1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 239 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Alpine | Subaru |
Model | V6 | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2616 mm |