1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 281 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
