1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 610 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1981 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1981 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 310 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4915 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
