1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 16 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, 1983 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 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, 1999 Renault Espace, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | Espace |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |