1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
