1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1997 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1997 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Alpine | Marcos |
| Model | A 610 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1090 mm |
