1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 2,664 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 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 310 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |