1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 15 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 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 118 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 930 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 610 | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1970 mm |
