1995 Lexus GS vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 614 kg more than 1990 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | GS | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
