1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 136 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1990 Alpine A 610 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 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend, 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 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 1992 Honda Legend | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 610 | Legend |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |