1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1983 Dodge Charger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Charger weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger, 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, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
