2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1992 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 1992 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tiburon | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
