1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1987 Audi 200
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 131 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 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 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 | 1987 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |
