1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 17 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
| Model | A 610 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
