1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 18 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Alpine A 610 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Alpine Toyota
Model A 610 Sienna
Year Released 1991 2009
Engine Size 2975 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 2586 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1760 mm


 

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