1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang

To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Alpine A 610 1999 Ford Mustang
Make Alpine Ford
Model A 610 Mustang
Year Released 1993 1999
Engine Size 2975 cc 3801 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1360 mm


 

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