1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 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 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 104 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine A 610 2006 Honda CR-V
Make Alpine Honda
Model A 610 CR-V
Year Released 1990 2006
Engine Size 2975 cc 1996 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 6500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1720 mm


 

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