1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | 9 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |