1996 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 6 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 45 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
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, 1996 Hyundai Coupe, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Coupe. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Coupe | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |
