1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 302 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
