1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1992 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 Renault Espace is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 1972 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1992 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | A 310 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
