1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Audi A6
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 716 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 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 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 | 1994 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
