1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 22 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 27 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 310 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
