1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 7 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, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 10 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, 1991 Honda CRX, 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
