1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 644 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A 610 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |