1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 33 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 310 | Viano |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |