1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 28 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1781 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1984 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1984 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 310 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 117 L |
