1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 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 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 310 | Passat |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |