1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
