1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1972 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1972 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
| Model | A 310 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
