1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 18 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 125 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 20 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, 2008 Honda Stream, 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 @ 2900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 610 | Stream |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
