1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 635 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 610 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1783 mm |
