1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 104 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 610 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1684 mm |