1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1983 Buick Skyhawk
To start off, both 1983 Alpine A 310 and 1983 Buick Skyhawk were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 59 more horse power than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Because 1983 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 1983 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Skyhawk, 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.
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1983 Alpine A 310 | 1983 Buick Skyhawk | |
Make | Alpine | Buick |
Model | A 310 | Skyhawk |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |