1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Saab 900 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1995 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900, 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1995 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alpine | Saab |
| Model | A 610 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
