1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 610 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
