1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum

To start off, both 1992 Alpine A 610 and 1992 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Alpine A 610 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum.

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