1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 128 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 610 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
