1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 27 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 9 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 943 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 310 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
