1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1327 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
