1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 201 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
