1992 Renault Alpine vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault Alpine | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Alpine | F-150 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 136 L |