1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 33 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1443 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 99 L |
