1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 310 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Because 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jeep |
| Model | A 310 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2060 mm |
