1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Patrol 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, 1987 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 110 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2980 mm |