1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
