1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
