1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 610 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
