1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 26 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, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element 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 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | Element |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
