1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 391 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 610 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
