1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3350 mm |
