1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Ram weights approximately 106 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram 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 | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3020 mm |
