1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 17 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 560 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, 2001 Opel Zafira, 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira 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 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Alpine | Opel |
| Model | A 310 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
