1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 824 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 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3040 mm |
