1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1991 Eagle Talon is newer by 14 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 14 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Talon. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Eagle Talon weights approximately 250 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, 1991 Eagle Talon, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Alpine | Eagle |
| Model | A 310 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2480 mm |
