1995 Nissan Almera vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
