1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 1979 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 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3040 mm |
