1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1976 Alpine A 310 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 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V, 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 310 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
