1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
