2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1986 Renault Alpine

To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 362 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 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 1986 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Pride Wagon 1986 Renault Alpine
Make Kia Renault
Model Pride Wagon Alpine
Year Released 2000 1986
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1324 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1182 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2350 mm


 

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