1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1694 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Express |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |
