1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 610 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
