1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3350 mm |
