1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 33 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 684 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 310 | Touran |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1509 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |