1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 593 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
