1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 628 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1984 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1984 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Alpine | Vauxhall |
Model | A 310 | Omega |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |