1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1975 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310. 1975 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1984 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1984 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1975 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2930 mm |
