1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 638 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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 | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 310 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
