1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 131 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 610 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
