1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 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 87 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Alpine | Xedos |
| Model | A 610 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
