1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon 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 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 117 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Plymouth Neon, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Alpine | Plymouth |
| Model | A 610 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
