1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2012 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 610 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1940 mm |