1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | 90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
