1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V 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 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 140 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, 2004 Honda HR-V, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |