1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 26 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element 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 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Element |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
