1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 28 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 865 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 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310. 2007 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1979 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1979 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
