1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 10 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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, 1994 Renault Express, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 1994 Renault Express | |
Make | Alpine | Renault |
Model | A 310 | Express |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |