1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. 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 83 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 310 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
