1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 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, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 365 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, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 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 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Alpine | Saab |
| Model | A 310 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.6 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
