2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 19 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
