2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 8 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
