1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 23 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 314 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
