1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 780 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 310 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
