1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 610 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
