1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1982 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1982 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1982 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 310 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3300 mm |
