1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 13 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 336 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 610 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |