1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1991 Ford Scorpio

To start off, both 1991 Alpine A 610 and 1991 Ford Scorpio were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1991 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Scorpio.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Alpine A 610 1991 Ford Scorpio
Make Alpine Ford
Model A 610 Scorpio
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Size 2975 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1400 mm


 

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