1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 360 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, 2000 Opel Vectra, 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
