2001 Nissan Xterra vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 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 41 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Xterra | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Xterra | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
