1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 29 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 305 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Because 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Alpine | Lada |
| Model | A 310 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
