1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 30 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 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara 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 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Alpine | Opel |
Model | A 310 | Antara |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2404 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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |