1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 18 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 12 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
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, 1999 Renault Espace, 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 1999 Renault Espace 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. 1999 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | Espace |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |