1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 24 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 733 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 310 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
