1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 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 59 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | A 310 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
