1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1986 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, 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, 1986 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 310 | Camry |
Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |