1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
