1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Opel Omega. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
