1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 28 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
