1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 11 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 72 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alpine | Toyota |
| Model | A 310 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
