1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 639 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, 1987 Opel Senator (205 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator 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 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
