1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2004 Ford Freestar

To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 14 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 526 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.

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, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar. 2004 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine A 610 2004 Ford Freestar
Make Alpine Ford
Model A 610 Freestar
Year Released 1990 2004
Engine Size 2975 cc 3802 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1940 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1750 mm


 

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