1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 301 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 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, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 610 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |