1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 350 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
Model | A 310 | 505 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |