1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 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 79 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 76 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
