1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1982 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1982 Alpine A 310 | |
Make | Alpine | Alpine |
Model | V6 | A 310 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |