1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1123 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 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 610 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2090 mm |
