1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 871 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 310 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
