1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 24 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 626 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, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (306 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 310 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
