1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2790 mm |
