1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | Escape |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
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 | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |