1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 24 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 940 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | A 310 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
