1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 580 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord 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 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 198 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |