1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 27 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Alpine | Suzuki |
Model | A 310 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |