1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 15 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 100 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3111. 2005 GAZ 3111 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. 2005 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Alpine | GAZ |
| Model | A 610 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
