1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 21 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) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Alpine | Volvo |
| Model | A 610 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1783 mm |
