1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1312 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | A 310 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2950 mm |