1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 104 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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 610 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
