1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 485 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| 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 | 127 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
