1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 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 34 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 256 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Because 1982 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 310 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
