1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Express |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |
