1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
Model | A 310 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |