2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 16 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 808 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Equus | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
