2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 1990 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6, 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
