1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 20 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1584 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 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2010 Ford F-250 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. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 610 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5400 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 | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2029 mm |
