1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 86 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 310 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
