1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | V6 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
