1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 8 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, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 315 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alpine A 310 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alpine | Opel |
Model | A 310 | Omega |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |