1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 826 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 610 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1860 mm |
