1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Toyota RAV4 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. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 610 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |