1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest is newer by 34 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 313 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.
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, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 310 | Quest |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |