1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1075 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
