1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2002 Audi S4
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 12 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S4 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, 2002 Audi S4 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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2002 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
