1992 Renault Alpine vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 21 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 105 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Alpine | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Alpine | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
