1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
