1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 106 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 610 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
