1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 22 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1983 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 310 | S-10 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3130 mm |