1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 782 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.
Because 1980 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1980 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1980 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 310 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
