1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Audi 200
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 5 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 200 weights approximately 500 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.
Because 1984 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 200 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 | 1989 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
