1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 310 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
